Success Stories
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By Immigration Trust
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A Fijian national faced years of heartbreak after being deported from New Zealand. Despite completing the required 5-year ban, every visa application he lodged was declined. The issue? His character record tied to his deportation. For years, he and his wife, who remained in New Zealand, endured a painful separation with no clear path forward. Legal experts told him there was little hope of returning. Determined to reunite with his wife, he reached out to us for guidance, scheduling a paid Zoom consultation with Simon. During the consultation, we carefully reviewed his situation and identified a way forward: applying for a Ministerial Intervention with a focus on securing a character waiver. We worked closely with him to build a compelling case. Our submission addressed the character concerns directly, presenting evidence of his genuine remorse and demonstrating the steps he had taken to turn his life around. We highlighted the strong family bonds he shared with his wife and the emotional toll their separation had taken on both of them. Every detail was crafted to show why he deserved a second chance. After nine months of waiting, the Minister granted the character waiver. This pivotal decision opened the door for him to successfully reapply for a visa. Today, he is back in New Zealand, reunited with his wife after years of uncertainty and hardship. His story is a testament to the power of determination and the importance of presenting a well-prepared case. 
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Securing a resident visa can be challenging, especially when a character waiver is involved. In 2021, a client approached us seeking assistance with their family’s resident visa application. The case involved a husband requiring a character waiver, making the application process particularly complex. The character waiver process demands careful preparation, as Immigration New Zealand places significant scrutiny on such cases. To further complicate matters, the application received a Potentially Prejudicial Information (PPI) letter, highlighting concerns that needed to be addressed to proceed. Our team took a meticulous approach to prepare the case, ensuring every detail aligned with immigration requirements. We worked closely with the family to provide evidence supporting the character waiver and crafted a comprehensive response to the PPI letter. Thanks to our expertise, Immigration New Zealand granted the family’s resident visas, demonstrating that even complex cases involving character waivers can achieve successful outcomes with the right guidance.  Navigating immigration law can be overwhelming, especially for first-time applicants. One of our clients learned this the hard way during his 2016 attempt to secure a visa to reunite with his partner in New Zealand. As a first-time traveler, he relied on unverified online advice, resulting in a critical oversight in his visa application. Initially, he was advised not to disclose his relationship, leading him to omit his partner's details when contacted by Immigration New Zealand (INZ). Fear of rejection and misguided advice from unqualified sources compounded his challenges. Realising the need for professional guidance, he sought help from Simon at Immigration Trust when applying for a partnership-based work visa. Simon’s expertise proved pivotal. He addressed character issues stemming from earlier omissions and worked closely with case officers, ensuring all personal circumstances were fully and transparently disclosed. His in-depth knowledge of immigration policies and commitment to the case made a significant difference. With Simon’s guidance, the client successfully obtained his partnership-based work visa, enabling him to join his partner in New Zealand. This journey underscored two vital lessons: the importance of consulting qualified immigration advisers and the necessity of full honesty in applications. This case highlights the value of engaging trusted professionals like Simon at Immigration Trust. Their expertise can turn complex immigration challenges into success stories.    A couple of years ago, a Brazilian woman married to a New Zealand resident approached us after her partnership-based resident visa application was at risk of being declined due to character concerns. Initially handled by another licensed immigration adviser, the case became too complex, prompting the adviser to recommend seeking more experienced assistance. By the time we were engaged, the application was already under final assessment, and the visa was ultimately declined. The couple found our services through a Google search and booked a consultation with Simon, our CEO. During this session, Simon carefully reviewed the case and immediately proposed appealing the declined decision to the Immigration and Protection Tribunal (IPT). Despite setbacks, including the visa's expiration and the applicant becoming unlawful during the waiting period, Simon acted swiftly. He guided the client in filing a Section 61 request, managed multiple PPI responses, and prepared a strong character waiver submission supported by compelling documentation. After successfully appealing to the IPT, the case was flagged for reassessment by Immigration New Zealand (INZ). Despite the challenges, including contracting COVID during the process, the client's partnership-based resident visa was eventually approved. The entire journey, spanning two and a half years, highlights the importance of expertise, attention to detail, and persistence in navigating complex immigration cases. This case exemplifies success in overcoming declined partnership visa decisions, character waivers, and unlawful status, leading to a favourable outcome for our client.   |
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